Question

17${}^{th}$ biosphere reserve in India is

• A. Silent valley
• B. Seshachalam hills
• C. Aravalli hills
• D. Sarguja, Bastax

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Seshachalam hills are the 17${}^{th}$ biosphere reserve in India. These are a part of the Eastern Ghats in southern Andhra Pradesh state, in southeastern India. An ecosystem with plants and animals of unusual scientific and natural interest is known as a biosphere reserve. UNESCO has given this label for protecting these sites. The main motive is to promote the management, research, and education in conservation of education. It also includes the 'sustainable use of natural resources'.

So, the correct answer is 'Seshachalam hills'.